Tift County High School

Tift County High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1 Blue Devil Way,  Tifton, GA
Tift County Schools
3.9
5.0
2,266 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kim Seigler
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
18%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
18%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
131
Full Time Teachers
131
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
530
Verbal
550
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
23
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
36.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
544:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%
White
40.2%
Black
35.4%
Hispanic
21.1%
Two or more races
1.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College 338 Students
University of Georgia 323 Students
Valdosta State University 316 Students
Georgia Southern University 211 Students
Georgia State University 194 Students
Mercer University 150 Students
Kennesaw State University 127 Students
Emory University 123 Students
Columbus State University 97 Students
Albany State University 82 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 119 Students
Nursing 105 Students
Business 97 Students
Psychology 80 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 49 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 33 Students
Education 30 Students
Early Childhood Education 30 Students
Chemistry 26 Students
Criminology 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 314 Reviews
5.0 Senior
3/16/2025
Being at Tift County High School has been a crazy experience. I've loved being at this school since 14 years old. It has helped me grow into the woman I am today. Especially the math and science teachers at the school they are amazing. The academics and extracurriculars have been a pleasure to be apart of. The love and school sport our school has is awesome.
5.0 Senior
3/15/2025
My overall experience at Tift County High School has been the best thing to ever happen to me. Leaving the best school ever as I finish out my senior year is heart breaking, but I know I'll be okay because they've prepared me for the next level of my life.
4.0 Parent
10/15/2024
I love the teachers at this school! It has a good robotics and e-sports team. We have ample clubs and extra curricular programs including many options for everyone.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 1 Review
5.0 other
7/10/2025
The school has excellent advanced courses and teachers that challenge their students to accomplish every goal they set. Most AP classes prepare students for college-level classes very well. The community is generally one of love and hospitality, but can be dividing at times due to demographics & pre...

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Tift County High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Tifton, GA and is served by the Tift County Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 2,266 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 18% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Tift County High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Tiftarea Academy, Grace Baptist, New Beginning Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Tifton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Tift County High School.

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